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He then ran off towards Tollcross Road with the woman pointing him out to police officers who were close to the scene. McMinigal was arrested and taken to Stewart Street police station.

His lawyer admitted at Glasgow Sheriff Court today that he had a ‘lengthy and serious’ record, which included charges for violence and weapons.

McMinigal’s lawyer said he got into a ‘discussion’ with a group of people in the area because of the colour of his top and this led to him arguing with the boy.

McMinigal claimed the boy’s mother got in his path and instead of ‘moving out of the way’ he ‘grabbed her by the neck.’

The lawyer said he was ‘remorseful’ for his actions.

Sheriff Daniel Scullion said the accused’s record was ‘astonishing’ highlighting the fact that he had a number of convictions for violence.

Sheriff Scullion adjourned the case for Criminal Justice Social Work reports, stating: “I want some information before deciding on the appropriate disposal,” before adding that he wanted a risk assessment and post release supervision assessment carried out.